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Ghrelin

Description:

Ghrelin is a hormone produced primarily by the stomach that stimulates appetite and regulates hunger. It is often referred to as the "hunger hormone".

Senses and Usages:

• Noun (Physiology):
• A hormone produced by the stomach that stimulates appetite and regulates hunger levels.
• Noun (Biology):
• A peptide hormone that plays a role in regulating growth and metabolism.

Sample Sentences:

1. The level of ghrelin in the body increases before meals, triggering the feeling of hunger.
2. Ghrelin is secreted by the stomach lining, signaling the brain to initiate the intake of food.
3. Researchers are studying the effects of ghrelin on weight gain and obesity.

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